Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul ten hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you catch your SAN to IST flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SAN and IST:
Denver International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
₹ 37,126 is the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 60,400. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from SAN to IST, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, data shows 71.38% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SAN:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you have a late San Diego International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near IST:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to IST in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
